About Baden As the fastest-growing equipment company in the world, the Baden name is becoming synonymous with sports. This independent, family-owned company began making balls in 1979, starting on a path that would eventually find involved them in nearly every popular American sport. Today, Baden is focused on innovation, making equipment and balls that forward the game itself. You"ll find Baden equipment as the official equipment of amateur and professional sports leagues around the world. * The ultimate coach, built into a ball * SkilCoach system shows where to put your hands * Precision-wound wide-channel design * Great for indoor or outdoor play * Size 5 ball